Washington Week

Explore the world of foreign affairs and global problem solving by joining the UNC Diplomacy Initiative’s Washington Week! During this experience over spring break in Washington, D.C., network with and learn from global problem solvers working in federal agencies, international organizations, think tanks and global corporations.

Application Details

Eligibility

Washington Week is designed for first-year and second-year Carolina students; third-year students may also apply. Applicants must be at least 18 years old by March 9, 2025. Undergraduates in all majors are welcome to apply, and there is no GPA requirement.

Timeline

• Application closes November 4, 2024.
• Applicants will be notified in late November 2024.
• Commitment and program fee due December 6, 2024.

Program Details

Dates

March 9-13, 2025

Cost & Logistics

The program fee for Washington Week is $300 per student. The remaining costs of the program except for some meals are covered by UNC Global Affairs. A limited number of program fee waivers are available based on demonstrated financial need.

The group will travel by metro, public bus and on foot. Students must be available to participate in the entire program.

The group will stay at a centrally located hotel in D.C. Student rooms are double occupancy. Participants must stay at the group hotel for the entire program and participate in scheduled activities with the group. This program is cohort-based, so most of the trip will be structured with group activities and events.

Expectations

Students are expected to attend mandatory pre-departure meetings in the beginning of the spring 2025 semester that will cover logistics, health and safety, and professional and career resources.

During the program, students should participate fully in the scheduled meetings and other activities, and adhere to the program code of conduct.

Upon returning, students are required to complete a short reflection and program survey.

Apply

Applicants will be asked to respond to a few short-answer questions. No letters of recommendation are required.

Contact

For questions regarding Washington Week, please contact Emmy Grace, program manager for global education.